State College
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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Missouri woman, Trista Lawson, was arrested Tuesday afternoon in Centre County after allegedly speeding over 100 mph and leading a series of hit-and-run crashes that damaged vehicles and buildings—she is now held on $25,000 bail and faces multiple charges. WTAJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arts Fest 2025 is underway in State College as hundreds of visiting artists join thousands of Penn State students for a weekend of art and music. Onward State shared a playlist featuring songs such as 'Heaven Takes You Home' by Swedish House Mafia + 'House Party' by Sam Hunt to set the event's mood. Onward State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Han Chen, a doctoral student in Penn State’s College of Arts and Architecture, has been awarded a Smithsonian Predoctoral Fellowship to work at the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington DC. She began the fellowship in June and will use primary sources to research her dissertation on early 20th-century Chinese art markets — an effort aimed at revealing global art exchanges. Penn State
- ➤ Lucy Bickel, an advertising major from Myerstown, has been working as an intern at GALE in Manhattan since May 20, where she has been doing work like competitor checks and learning about many creative jobs—she got inspired by a tour at One World Trade Center. She is using her summer work to plan her career after college. Penn State
- ➤ A Penn State employee filed a lawsuit claiming he was demoted and excluded from key meetings after reporting poor planning and potential waste in an outreach conference—he said the retaliatory actions cost him earnings and harmed his reputation. The suit names the university and a vice president as defendants and seeks more than $50,000 in damages. StateCollege.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jason Neumeyer from Polco presented the 2025 National Community Survey results to the Borough Council on Monday, showing that residents rated safety, parks and recreation, education and public services above national benchmarks. The survey collected 523 responses and revealed that some still worry about affordability — a concern the council queried — as they consider next steps. Daily Collegian
- ➤ On Monday, State College Borough Council President Evan Myers challenged U.S. Rep Glenn Thompson’s calls to review council minutes after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act led to SNAP and Medicaid funding cuts. Council members warned that the bill could drive up taxes, lower education spending, and weaken civil rights as ICE funding increased — urging Thompson to work for the people of State College and Centre County. Daily Collegian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Postdoctoral fellow Laurel Seemiller at Penn State studies how teen alcohol use changes brain cell activity using mice for tests and imaging techniques—her work may help guide future treatments to lower addiction risk. She recently received NIH funding to build on this research and to set up a more independent line of study. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State quarterback Drew Allar said he has no regrets for skipping the 2025 NFL draft—he turned down NFL millions in his interview with PennLive. The popular starter will continue to lead his team as he enters his third season as the starting quarterback. PennLive
- ➤ Canadian forward Gavin McKenna—aged 17—announced his commitment to Penn State on ESPN yesterday, ending months of social media speculation about his future in hockey. He broke WHL records last season and will soon bring his talent to Pegula Ice Arena to help the Nittany Lions. Daily Collegian
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Open Gym
Beat the evening heat and have the kids burn off some energy at CEG's Summer Tuesday night Open Gyms! Open for ages 1–18, but please note that ages 1–5 require a parent or guardian to stay with them. 6:15pm–7:30pm at Centre Elite Gymnastics, 177 Champion Drive, Suite 200, State College, PA 16803. $5/members, $10/non-members.
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The Rocket Blasters Live
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Allen Street Pizza — No cover charge — Experience a mix of classic and modern Top-40 Rock hits spanning decades from The Beatles to Lady Gaga.
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Live Music: Anchor&Arrow Performance
6-9 p.m. — HiWay Pizza Pub — Free entry — Enjoy high-energy performances from Happy Valley’s FUNked-Up duo, combining soul, funk, rock, and jazz.
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Albert Cummings Live
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying blues of renowned guitarist Albert Cummings.
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All About the Importers
6:00 PM — Allen Street Grill — $31 to $50 — Explore the art of importing flavors from the world’s best food and drink to local establishments.
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Boalsburg Farmers Market
2-6 p.m. — Pennsylvania Military Museum — Free entry — Explore fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local specialties every Tuesday afternoon.
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Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
~ Lao Tzu
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